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Newspaper

Bryan Weekly Eagle

Location

Bryan, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1926

Page

3

Soles Mart Lee J NOUNTRES Managing Endeor

The text appears to be a garbled newspaper masthead and advertising indices. It references the Bay an Weekly Eagle and Associated Press material, with publishing rights and advertising reps listed for Texas, New York, and Chicago. No clear event or person-led action is described.

Soles Mart Lee J. Nountres Associated Presss Press Texas Daily Prom League Mercantile Bank Las Texas Madison Ave New York N. Y Association Chicago Hinois

Fragmented Verse and Prose Sayings from Various Authors

A collection of quotations and lines from Voltaire Le Sage Moore and Shakespeare. The Fort Worth Record Telegram line notes a playful take on wedlock and the honeymoon. The items reference rustic charms and social observations without a single clear news event.

Right Praise vs Flattery Sparks Reader Debate

A Mineral Wells Index quote notes the line between praise and flattery and warns that undeserved compliments resemble scandal in disguise.

Two of a Kind Inquisitive Idiot Seeks Fall Slang Clarity

In Mineral Wells a visitor from Bryan queries American slang after confusion over terms like chicken and peach. The note mentions a mixed British accent and a letter to Miss Ino seeking meaning behind fall color and seasonal phrases.

Henglishman Bryan Ino

What is a vacation and how to rest

The piece questions the nature of vacation and rest. It argues vacation is more than idleness and warns against inactive leisure leaving disappointment. It suggests seeking change of scene and new outlooks to shift mental gears, then admits uncertainty about obtaining true rest.

When Are Mean People Born

A Herald column lists each month with witty traits, noting mean people are born into the world and that experts don’t reveal birth timing. It parodies personality signs for January through December and jokes about lacking negative temperaments.

Herald

Honeymoon Plans Recounted in Quiet Verse

A fragment from a poem reflects on forthcoming marriage and fond memories of past hours spent in a shady dell gathering wildflowers with a loved one. The speaker, George Linley, dwells on the sentimental anticipation of starting a new life together.

George Linley

Miss Margie Neal Nominated for State Senator in Texas

Miss Margie Neal of Carthage won the Democratic primary nomination for State Senator making her the first woman in Texas to receive the honor. Supporters say her long experience in the newspaper industry gives her a broad vision of responsibility and a purpose of service that will reflect honor on herself and the state.

Margie Neal Carthage Miss Neal Texas

Welcome Visitors to A. and M. College for Writers Conference

Bryan welcomes agricultural writers from across the South to the Writers Conference at the College. The community offers courtesy and assistance to make their stay pleasant and productive, inviting attendees to enjoy sessions and leisure time.

Bryan A. and M. College Southland Writers’ Conference

Predatory Drivers and Youth Maternity Centers Highlighted

Salvation Army officials report 42 percent of 397 girls in fifteen maternity homes are school aged, averaging 16, caused by automobile predatory drivers. They warn a decline in traditional home life drives rising teen motherhood and call for home reforms amid broader social changes.

Salvation Army Springfield Mass Republican Salvation Margaret Bevill Territorial Army Social Service Col. Bevill Bryan

Fortunate Indeed Faces Shifting Fortunes in Dog Day Run

The article suggests candidates endure high office costs while voters pay the bill, noting that only those who can adjust during the hot political period may manage to run effectively. It frames the entering candidate as fortunate if they can adapt under pressure.

Mineral Wells Index Commentary Pillars of Flattery

An editorial remark notes that credit given when none is due is mere flattery, reflecting on how praise can mislead readers and skew perception of merit. The piece echoes caution toward empty praise and favors measured recognition.

Vacation Spots for Bry an Folk and Open Air Meals

Vacation days drawBryan residents outward to river banks and shady groves for dips picnics and open air meals. The College Campus grounds offer brick stoves long tables electric lights water and wood under large oaks for convenient outdoor dining and rest from the heat.

Bryan College Mountain

En Campment Draws Large Crowds at Brazos County Club

The boys and girls club encampment on the Bryan courthouse lawn drew a strong attendance and awarded several scholarships to the A and M Short Course. Scholarships included Missouri Pacific for best story on agricultural opportunities of Brazos County, Lions Club, M. M. Erskine prize, J. Horace Kraft, and Chamber of Commerce Rotary awards. County agents led tours to the Carl Wipprecht Dairy Farm and a poultry judging event, with top scores by Virginia Kurten and Lena Catalina.

Court House Bryan Freddie Conrad Tabor Missouri Pacific Brazos County M. R. Bentley Lions Club Jesse Gilpin Kurten Club M. M. Erskine Virginia Kurten J. Horace Kraft Earl Yeager Karen Club Carl Wipprecht Lena Catalina Steele’s Store Club Herman Mendelson Alma Murray Steep Hollow Club Chamber of Commerce Rotary Bryan Woman’s Club J. M. Goodwin Woman’s Club Mary Locke Abbie Sevier Bedias D. J. McDonald L. E. Stockerd A. W. Buchanan Geo. W. Johnson Sterling C. Evans Geo. Johnson W. R. Glazener

Writers Tour Arrangements Made for Brazos Valley Visit

The Bryan Chamber of Commerce boards arranged a Thursday caravan for Agricultural Writers touring the Brazos Bottom. Secretary S E Eberstadt announced new member George Chance and listed car sharers, including M Lawrence and J Tom Smith, with a 7 15 report time at College Station. The group will stop in Bryan for a Main Street concert by the Cameron Junior Band and a visit to area leaders including J Claude Wells and Roy Camp.

S. E. Eberstadt Chamber of Commerce George Chance V. J. Boriskie Golden Rule Poultry Farm Jno. M. Lawrence Highway Committee A. McCormick State Highway Commission Slough Democrat Crossing Navaset Grimes County Jones Bridge Brazos Eberstadt Bryan Roy Camp State Teachers’ Organization W. M. Cobb Cameron Enterprise Milam County Cameron Waco Main G. R. Farmer Henderson W. H. Cole Bryan Building and Loan Association Geo A. Adams F. C. Bolton Tyler Haswell J. M. Lawrence L. L. McInnis J. B. Miller T. K. Lawrence Lee J. Rountree M. F. Vitopil

Texas Cattlemen Seek 25000 for Texas Feed Ration Study

Texas cattlemen urge a revolving fund or appropriation of 25000 for the A and M College to develop a Texas raised feeding ration based on local grain sorghum. R. M. Kleburg notes Texas leads in cattle and sorghum, promising valuable industry savings and training for young Texans.

Texas Agricultural and Mechanical College R. M. Kleburg Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers’ Association Board of Control A. and M. College Waco News-Tribune

County Official List Names Local Government Officers

The document lists county offices with appointees including H O Ferguson for County Judge Clyde F Goen for Tax Assessor J M Ferguson for Tax Collector D J McDonald for County Superintendent A S McSwain for County Clerk Jim H Reed for Sheriff W E Neeley for County Attorney Guy F Boyett for County Commissioner Precinct 1 John Sabo for Precinct 2 F F Regmund for Precinct 3 and J M Moore for Precinct 4 as the elected or cited officials.

Moody Wins Texas Primary Without Second Runoff

Dan Moody captured a majority in the Texas Democratic primary, avoiding a second runoff as final bureau tallies show Moody leading with 411,390 votes to Ferguson 281,9388 and others. Total governor votes reached 21,767, a Texas primary record, with broader statewide results and voter estimates noted.

Dan Moody Texas Election Bureau Texas Bureau Moody Ferguson Davidson Zimmerman Wilmans Johnston Allied Bradfield Christopher Hornsby Irwin Pollard

Crenshaws Host Social at First Methodist Church

After a prayer meeting last Wednesday, Mrs. Eri W Crenshaw invited attendees to her home for a social gathering. She arranged seating on the lawn and gallery and announced the plan to proceed with the party.

First Methodist Church Eri. W. Crenshaw

Boriskies Celebrate 25th Wedding Anniversary Surprised

Friday marked the 25th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Jno A Boriskie. Their daughters Elizabeth Rutye and Frances hosted a surprise party for them. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Ed Hrdlicka of College Station and many local friends who joined dancing card games and refreshments.

Jno. A. Boriskie Elizabeth Rutye Frances Boriskie R. B. Dunn J. M. Dunn J. H. Edinburgh Ed Birdlicka J. R. Tatman J. F. Wehrmann H. F. Stasny S. Martin A. L. Mondrick L. Wright P. A. Tardy A. W. Kinnard Annie Boyett Ursula Chance KK. Taylor Annie Cahill Harry Estill John O’connor J.V. King

I J Caywood Displays Fine Rocky Ford Canteloupes

I J Caywood of Bryan brings a basket of Rocky Ford canteloupes grown near Allen Academy. He reports a large harvest with over 200 melons and notes a robust 12 foot Missouri white corn stalk with two ears per stalk. He estimates 40 to 50 bushels per acre and praises the crop quality.

T. J. Caywood Eagle Office Bryan Allen Academy

Braytons Tour Louisiana for Old Spanish Trail data

Mr and Mrs H R Brayton write from Jennings Louisiana at the Madeline Hotel detailing their auto tour of the state. They say they are visiting Lake Charles and plan to see all of Louisiana while Mr Brayton gathers information for the Old Spanish Trail Association.

Mrs. Brayton Bryan Jennings, Louisiana H. R. Brayton Jennings Madeline Hotel Louisiana Lake Charles

Mrs. D. A. Skelton Dies at Ward Home in Bryan

Mrs. D. A. Skelton aged 72 died Tuesday August 3 at 1 30 am after several weeks illness. She is survived by Mrs. W. P. Ward Bryan L. B. Skelton Bryan and W. B. Skelton Cameron. Funeral held at Ward home with Rev. R. E. Day officiating and Booneville Cemetery burial. She was born February 14 1854 in Madisonville Texas and longtime Brazos county resident.

D. A. Skelton W. P. Ward Ward Happinss Madisonville Texas Brazos County Booneville Bryan R. E. Day Pasor First Baptist Church Booneville Cemetery L. 8. Skelton W. B. Skelton Cameron

Slough Bridges Repaired on Navasot River

A crew works today to repair a slough bridge in Grimes county near Democrat Crossing on the Navasot River. Bryan traffic is advised to use the Ferguson crossing over the river for the next two days until the bridge is travel ready.

Grimes County Democrat Navasot Bryan Ferguson

Hensarlings Hold Family Reunion at Port Sullivan

A small Hensarling family reunion was held last Sunday at Port Sullivan honoring Mr. and Mrs. A. P. Todd and their family of Memphis Texas. Attendees included P. H. Hensarling and family of Bryan J E Hensarling G B Hensarling of Welborn Claude Hensarling of Minerva Mrs Gore of Minerva and Miss Ray Orms of Bryan.

Hensarling Port Sullivan A. P. Todd Memphis Texas P. H. Hensarling Bryan J. E. Hensarling G. B. Hensarling Welborn Claude Hensarling Minerva Gore Ray Orms

Wanted to Buy Five Thousand Feed Sacks for Cash

Advertiser P. H. Henarling seeks to purchase five thousand feed sacks for cash. The notice implies a willingness to pay promptly and invites sellers to respond to the advertiser’s offer.

P. H. Henarling

Also Mentioned on This Page

Bayan Weekly EAGLE Turth Voltaire le Sage Thomas Moore The Fort Worth Mr. Crenshaw Crenshaw W. E. Neeley Maurine Ruth Bonnie May Mabel Zimmerman C. R. Gardner Ray and Sylvester Libbie Lynn Flora Woods R. J. Newland R. B. Welch Dana Newland Annie Dearing T. A. Adams H. H. McCain E. C. Harder W. A. Deaton E. W. Crenshaw Brazos Valley W. S. Barron Roy Montgomery H. O. Ferguson Clyde F. Goen J. M. Ferguson A.S. McSwain Jim H. Reed Guy F. Boyett John Sabo F. F. Regmund J. M. Moore Smith Drug CQ Crenshaws Methodist J. A. Boriskie I. J. Caywood Hensarlings Methodists Harvey Leon Cardus Norma Smith Drug OH Cliff Bowen Astin SAM Houston State Teachers College Willis L. Smith Huntsville
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